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Guinea Pig Ringworm: Treating & Preventing Ringworm in Guinea Pigs

Posted on February 9, 2019February 10, 2019 by adminguineapg

Guinea pigs can be infected with ringworm just like us, cats, dogs and other animals. Ringworm is a fungal infection (not a worm, despite the name). This type of fungi is able to take nutrients from keratin; the substance that makes up hair, nails and skin. Therefore ringworm is literally feeding and thriving on the […]

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Safe Wood For Guinea Pigs To Chew?

Posted on November 11, 2018November 11, 2018 by adminguineapg

Guinea pigs love to chew. Guinea pigs need to chew. Buying chew toys is rewarding. After all, who doesn’t love seeing our piggies excited about a new toy? That doesn’t mean you’re limited to buying stuff for all important chewing purposes. Wood can provide an enriching and FREE way of giving our guinea pigs a […]

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Should Guinea Pigs Eat Lettuce?

Posted on November 4, 2018November 4, 2018 by adminguineapg

Lettuce is a high water content green vegetable that is actually related to daisies There are lots of different types of lettuce, and some are better than others. One of the most common types of lettuce out there is iceberg lettuce. Unfortunately this is also the main one that guinea pigs should not eat. This […]

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Complete Guide to Keeping Rats as Pets

Posted on October 26, 2018February 9, 2019 by adminguineapg

We adore guinea pigs (obviously!) but that doesn’t mean there’s not room for other small, lovable, gorgeous pets as well. Rats are a delight to keep as companion animals. This guide is dedicated to keeping rats: find out about their intelligence, their personalities, how they differ from guinea pigs, their health and of course, their […]

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Guide: Hay For Guinea Pigs

Posted on October 26, 2018 by adminguineapg

Hay For Guinea Pig Bedding We know guinea pigs need to eat high quality hay everyday. But there’s another use for hay that new guinea pigs owners wonder about: bedding. Is hay good for guinea pig bedding? Yes, good quality grass hay can also be used as a bedding substrate for guinea pigs. It’s not […]

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Guide: What Are The Best Leafy Greens for Guinea Pigs?

Posted on October 26, 2018December 26, 2018 by adminguineapg

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Kale? Kale is very rich in a range of nutrients, hence its modern day label of a “superfood” – for human consumption at least. But what about guinea pigs? Should guinea pigs eat kale, and if so, how much and how often? This leafy green is actually part of the cabbage […]

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Guide: Foods To Avoid For Guinea Pigs

Posted on October 25, 2018January 7, 2019 by adminguineapg

Knowing what to feed your guinea pigs is vitally important. But knowing which foods should strictly be avoided is also vital knowledge to have – your guinea pigs health depends on it. Many foods are completely, 100% off limits to guinea pigs and should never ever be given to them. These include the following. Although […]

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Guide: Vegetables for Guinea Pigs

Posted on October 24, 2018October 26, 2018 by adminguineapg

Are Cauliflower & Cauliflower Leaves Safe For Guinea Pigs to Eat? Cauliflower leaves are safe for guinea pigs to eat. These should be given in moderation. Cauliflower itself – the main part of the vegetable that we eat – is also OK for guinea pigs however only in very small amounts. Many guinea pigs will […]

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Guide: What Fruits Can Guinea Pigs Eat?

Posted on October 22, 2018January 7, 2019 by adminguineapg

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Fruit? Guinea pigs can eat some fruit. But fruit is not a staple part of their diet. In fact, it’s not a necessary part of a guinea pig diet at all. In other words, guinea pigs can survive just fine without ever touching a piece of fruit in their life, as […]

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Guide: Garden Flowers and Plants for Guinea Pigs

Posted on October 21, 2018October 26, 2018 by adminguineapg

Daisies – Are Daisies Safe for Guinea Pigs to Eat? Do you have daisies growing on your lawn and wondering if it’s safe to let your guinea pigs browse on them? First of all: make sure what’s growing is indeed the daisy. Lookalike plants can appear similar but can often be completely unrelated. Daisy is […]

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